Athens to Methana ferry - Times and cheap Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Methana

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£14

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h

Ferries per day

2

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Methana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Athens to Methana will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Methana every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun 21 Dec the direct ferries cover the 54 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .

The slowest ferries will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)
10:002h00
Athens
12:00Methana
£141One-way
0 changes
Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)
09:002h00
Athens
11:00Methana
£141One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and ferry for Athens to Methana

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Methana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a ferry costs an average of £14.

Distance: 29 nautical miles (54 km)

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£31

Average Price

£15

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Cheapest

3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 13m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

2h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 10m

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30m

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Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)

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Live departures

Athens to Methana ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Athens to Methana ferries for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 05:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
magic_sea_ferries06:30 Athens
1h50
08:20 Methana0 changesdirect
blue_star_ferries07:00 Athens
2h00
09:00 Methana0 changesdirect
saronic_ferries_into_piraeus07:45 Athens
2h00
09:45 Methana0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Athens to Methana

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Ferries from Athens to Methana run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:50, the last at 19:30. The fastest ferry covers the 29 nautical miles (54 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Methana are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)
Blue Star Ferries
Hellenic Seaways
Distance
29 nautical miles (54 km)
Average sailing duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Ferries per day
4
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
10
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
First ferry
05:50
Last ferry
19:30
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways from Athens to MethanaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Methana with Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)

About
Saronic Ferries is a Greek ferry company established in 2013, based in Piraeus, the main port of Athens. They operate daily, year-round routes connecting Piraeus with the Saronic Islands of Aegina, Agistri, Poros, and Methana. The company utilizes a fleet of five modern passenger and car ferries: Phivos, Achaeos, Antigoni, Apollon Hellas, and Poseidon Hellas. These vessels offer modern infrastructure, including facilities for disabled passengers and designated areas for pets. Saronic Ferries aims to provide reliable and efficient transportation, offering various ticket discounts for students, large families, and military personnel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£14
Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 24 hours before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria with snacks and beverages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with ramps and dedicated spaces
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Basic cabins available on some routes
Car on board

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£43
Blue Star Ferries frequency
3 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board
Learn more about Blue Star Ferries

Hellenic Seaways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£67
Hellenic Seaways frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Athens to Methana ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Methana by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Methana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Athens to Methana can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Athens to Methana is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time to Methana from Athens is on average 2 h   for the 33 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Athens to Methana by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Athens to Methana leaves at 05: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Athens to Methana leaves at 22: 15.
There are 4 ferries a day from Athens to Methana which require at least one change with Saronic Ferries (out of Piraeus) or Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Athens to Methana with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Athens to Methana is possible with Saronic Ferries (out of Piraeus) or Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Athens to Methana is possible with Saronic Ferries (out of Piraeus) or Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
For the best Athens to Methana ferry to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Saronic Ferries (out of Piraeus) or Blue Star Ferries. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services between Athens and Methana to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Methana, located 0.3 miles (526 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Athens to Methana by ferry is May.
Yes, you can take a ferry to Methana from Athens.

popular ferry ports

Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Methana

Athens
Methana
The major port for departures in Athens is Port of Piraeus. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Piraeus for your trip from Athens to Methana.
Port of PiraeusWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
10, Akti Miaouli str, Pireas 185 38, Greece
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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